Benjamin Moore Tawny Day Lily 2012-10

Official page:Tawny Day Lily 2012-10
Code:2012-10
Name:Tawny Day Lily
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Tawny Day Lily?

The warm and inviting hue of Tawny Day Lily (Benjamin Moore 2012-10) adds a cozy touch to any space, reminiscent of a blooming flower on a sunny day. This versatile color pairs beautifully with earthy tones like moss green and sandy beige, creating a harmonious and natural look. Incorporating accents in deep navy blue or soft peach can further enhance the depth and richness of Tawny Day Lily, elevating the overall ambiance of the room. Consider combining this nuanced color with textured elements such as woven baskets or rustic wooden furniture to create a balanced and welcoming environment.

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What are Benjamin Moore Tawny Day Lily undertones?

The undertone of Tawny Day Lily can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#E04227

RGB code:

224, 66, 39

Is Benjamin Moore Tawny Day Lily 2012-10 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 9° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2012-10 Tawny Day Lily HSL code: 9, 75%, 52%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm red shades add a vibrant and passionate touch to a room, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and accent walls.
  • Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Tawny Day Lily

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark red shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Tawny Day Lily:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Tawny Day Lily with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 189, such as Benjamin Moore Arctic Blue and Daydream.

LRV of Tawny Day Lily

Tawny Day Lily has an LRV of 18.5% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 18.5%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#E04227Copy color code
RGB Decimal224, 66, 39Copy color code
RGB Percent87.84%, 25.88%, 15.29%Copy color code
HSVHue: 9° Saturation: 82.59% Value: 87.84%Copy color code
HSLhsl(9, 75, 52)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 70.54 Yellow: 82.59 Key: 12.16Copy color code
YIQY: 110.164 I: 102.829 Q: 25.02Copy color code
XYZX: 33.059 Y: 19.895 Z: 4.018Copy color code
CIE LabL:51.719 a:59.739 b:50.168Copy color code
CIE LuvL:51.719 u:125.778 v:35.548Copy color code
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Hunter Lab44.604, 54.239, 25.881Copy color code
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